ZERO TO THREE Events Anti-Harassment Policy 

ZERO TO THREE is committed to providing a friendly, safe and welcoming environment for all who attend ZERO TO THREE events regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

This Anti-Harassment Policy outlines our expectations for all those who participate in ZERO TO THREE events as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior.   

We expect all participants in ZERO TO THREE events to create safe and positive experiences for everyone.   

“Participant” refers to anyone present at a ZERO TO THREE event, including but not limited to, staff, contractors, vendors, exhibitors, sponsors, venue staff, members, and all participants. 

Expected Behavior 

We expect all participants at ZERO TO THREE events to abide by this Anti-Harassment Policy in all venues at ZERO TO THREE events, including ancillary events and official and unofficial social gatherings.   

Exercise consideration and respect in your speech and actions.  

Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech.   

Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants.  

Alert ZERO TO THREE event staff if you notice a dangerous situation, someone in distress, or violations of this Anti-Harassment Policy, even if they seem inconsequential.   

Unacceptable Behavior 

Unacceptable behaviors include, but are not limited to, intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory or demeaning speech or actions by any participant in the ZERO TO THREE event, at all related events and in one-on-one communications carried out in the context of the ZERO TO THREE event; harmful or prejudicial verbal or written comments or visual images related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, age, appearance, or other personal characteristics; inappropriate use of nudity and/or sexual images in public spaces (including presentation slides); deliberate intimidation, stalking or following;  harassing photography or recording; sustained disruption of talks or other events;  unwelcome and uninvited attention or contact; physical assault (including unwelcome touch or groping); real or implied threat of physical harm; and real or implied threat of professional or financial damage or harm. 

Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior 

Unacceptable behavior from any participant at a ZERO TO THREE event will not be tolerated.  

If a participant engages in unacceptable behavior, ZERO TO THREE may take any action they deem appropriate, including removal from the ZERO TO THREE event (without refund).   

Reporting Unacceptable Behavior 

If you are harassed, or witness someone else being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of the ZERO TO THREE event staff team immediately. Staff can be identified by a ribbon attached to their name badge indicating they are Staff.  

All reports will be kept confidential to the extent possible, but confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.  

If possible, provide the following information, preferably in writing:   

• Identifying information (name/badge number, role at the conference) of the alleged harasser.  
• The behavior that was in violation.  
• The approximate time of the behavior (if different than the time the report was made).  
• The circumstances surrounding the incident.  
• Other people involved in or witnessing the incident.  

If needed or requested, staff will help participants contact venue security or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the ZERO TO THREE event. 

Federal Law or Immigration Enforcement Activities 

ZERO TO THREE wants our LEARN Conference community to be informed and alert, not fearful, while they are at the conference. The conference team will closely monitor area activity and is prepared should such activity have a potential impact on conference events or attendees.  

We encourage you to review the many online resources available to you that provide guidance should you encounter such activity at the conference or at any time.  

https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights  

https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/  

(LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This information is for general purposes only and is not legal advice.) 

Health & Communicable Diseases (including COVID-19) 

ZERO TO THREE cannot guarantee that event participants will not be exposed to contagious diseases in public settings. ZERO TO THREE will continue to monitor and update safety precautions for all events and coordinate with trusted national resources, state and local public health agencies, and venues.  

ZERO TO THREE expects event participants to take responsibility themselves for following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on measures to reduce infection from COVID-19 and other communicable viruses. ZERO TO THREE urges all participants to follow the CDC’s recommendations about vaccines and precautions. For more information, please review the guidelines at http://cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/guidance.  

Recording and Use Permissions 

As a condition of enrollment and participation in any ZERO TO THREE event, participants grant irrevocable and perpetual permission to record and use their name, voice, likeness, and/or picture in connection with their participation and attendance in such events, in any medium now known or hereafter invented, without further compensation to participants for this purpose.  

All photographs, audiotapes, videotapes, digital recordings, broadcasts, and other embodiments created by ZERO TO THREE, which may include participants’ names, voices, likeness, and/or pictures, shall be property of ZERO TO THREE, and participants waive any claims that they may have with respect to such uses including, without limitation, claims of defamation, invasion of privacy, or infringement of rights of publicity, copyright, trademark, or moral rights. 

Data Use and Protection 

Your personal information is collected by ZERO TO THREE and its vendor, Meeting Management Services, during registration. This information includes your name, your company name, address, phone number, email address, and demographic information to help inform the program content and to create an participant experience suitable for the conference audience.   

Your contact information (phone and email) will be used to communicate event-related information and provide customer service.   

Your information will be stored indefinitely for the purposes of historical reporting and future communications from ZERO TO THREE only. For more information on how your data is stored, please contact the registration manager at [email protected].